Renu Dhariyal of India has secured a place in the World Records by achieving the title for the Longest Hair on a Living Person (Female). Her extraordinary raven-black hair measures an astonishing 271.50 cm (8 ft 10 in), making her the new world record holder in the category.
The record was officially verified in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, where Renu surpassed the previous record holder, Aliia Nasyrova of Ukraine, whose hair measured 257.33 cm (8 ft 5.3 in). Remarkably, Renu’s hair is only half a centimetre shorter than the height of Robert Wadlow, the tallest person in recorded history, who stood at 272 cm (8 ft 11.1 in).
Renu has been growing her hair continuously since 2015, inspired by the Indian tradition that regards long hair as a symbol of beauty and cultural heritage. She follows a completely natural hair-care routine, avoiding chemical products and using homemade herbal oils and shampoos to maintain the health, shine, and strength of her record-breaking locks.
A content creator and YouTuber, Renu regularly shares her natural hair-care tips with her followers, encouraging people to embrace traditional beauty practices. Through her remarkable achievement, she hopes to inspire others to pursue their dreams with patience, consistency, and dedication while bringing global recognition to her hometown and Indian culture.
